Buyer Guide Summer Edition 2025

Inventory Will Continue To Grow

Inventory has already improved a lot this year. A big portion of the growth the market has already seen is because homeowners are getting tired of sitting on the sidelines. If rate forecasts pan out as the experts say, that could be enough to tip some more sellers off the fence and back into the market – giving you even more options for your move.

Home Prices Are Moderating

As more homes hit the market, there will also be less upward pressure on home prices. Expert forecasts are still calling for growth, but the pace of that growth is slowing down as inventory climbs. The average of all 7 forecasts shows prices will rise about 2% this year ( see graph below ):

Percent Appreciation as of 5/29/2025 2025 Home Price Forecasts

4.1%

3.3% 3.3%

3.0% 3.0%

2.4%

1.3%

-1.4%

Average of All 7

Fannie Mae

Cotality HPES Wells Fargo

NAR MBA Zillow

That means you could finally get a little bit of relief from rapidly rising home prices. When you combine the forecast for healthier price growth with projections for slightly lower mortgage rates, that could mean more buying power in the months ahead. Keep in mind, though, the housing market is hyper-local. So, this is will vary by area. Some markets will see prices higher. And some may even see prices dip a little if inventory is up significantly in that location. So, lean on an agent for insights into what’s happening in your area.

Bottom Line Let’s talk so you can get the scoop on what’s happening in our area and advice on how to make your next move a smart one.

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